Hendrix Introduces New Spacer Cable Products at IEEE Conference
Hendrix showcased a brand new line of Spacer Cable System products, and discussed how they reduce installation time and improve safety at the IEEE Conference in Orlando.
Spacer cable has been used by utilities for many years to improve the reliability and power quality of primary distribution systems while making them more resistant to storm damage. The compact configuration and reduced clearance requirements allow for multiple circuits to be installed on a single pole, thus combating right of way problems and saving money by reducing the number of poles required. Over or under building Spacer Cable Systems in substation exits, alleyways, and feeder circuits can greatly reduce the cost of adding capacity.
Hendrix Spacer Cable Systems’ strength makes it ideal for long spans of up to 1500 feet. The ability to span rivers, freeways, marshes, and lakes provides a cost-effective, environmentally sensitive solution to difficult design problems. What’s more, the close spacing of each individual phase conductor results in lower total line impedance and maintains voltage, reducing the need for voltage improvement equipment on long runs.
Hendrix Spacer Cable Systems come equipped with a conductor covering that withstands temporary contact with tree branches and other vegetation, thus reducing outages and improving power quality. This, along with the compact configuration of the system, greatly reduces the need for vegetation removal during circuit installation, cutting tree trimming costs by 50 to 80 percent. Additionally, wildlife is protected from exposure to lethal currents.
To learn more about the superior power quality offered by Hendrix Aerial Cable & Systems, please visit www.hendrix-wc.com.
